Expect Heavy Rainfall In These Regions In The Next 5 Days, Details

The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned residents in several counties to prepare for rainfall and thunderstorms over the next five days, with changing weather conditions expected between Friday, October 30, and Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

In its latest forecast released on Thursday, October 29, the department outlined expected weather conditions across the country, including morning sunshine, afternoon showers and thunderstorms in various regions.

The forecast covers coastal, eastern, northern, Rift Valley, western and Nairobi regions, with temperatures expected to vary significantly depending on the location.

Residents have been advised to consider the anticipated weather conditions when planning outdoor activities, particularly in areas likely to experience afternoon thunderstorms.

Coastal and Eastern Counties to Experience Changing Weather

Counties along the coast, including Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu and Taita/Taveta, are expected to experience a mixture of light showers, sunny intervals and partly cloudy conditions during the forecast period.

Garissa is also expected to experience changing weather, with daytime temperatures reaching 35°C in some areas.

In the south-eastern region, including Embu, Kitui, Machakos, Makueni and Tharaka-Nithi, mornings are likely to be sunny before showers develop in the afternoon.

Temperatures across the coastal and eastern regions are expected to remain relatively warm, although conditions will vary from one county to another.

Rift Valley and Western Kenya Face Thunderstorm Risk

In northern Kenya, Turkana is expected to record the highest daytime temperatures, reaching 37°C during the forecast period.

West Pokot, Samburu, Trans Nzoia and Uasin Gishu are among the counties forecast to experience light showers accompanied by thunder and lightning.

The Rift Valley counties of Narok, Kajiado, Kericho and Bomet could experience moderate to heavy afternoon showers on several days, while mornings are expected to remain largely sunny.

Nighttime temperatures in parts of the region could drop to between 11°C and 16°C.

Meanwhile, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii and Nyamira are expected to experience sunny mornings followed by afternoon showers and thunderstorms.

Nairobi is also forecast to experience sunny intervals in the morning before light to moderate showers develop later in the day.

Maximum temperatures across the Lake Victoria basin and Nairobi region are expected to range between 27°C and 31°C, with nighttime temperatures falling to between 15°C and 20°C.

The department’s forecast highlights the need for residents, farmers and motorists to remain alert to changing weather conditions throughout the five-day period.

https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/644975-kenya-met-issues-5-day-weather-forecast-warns-moderate-rainfall-counties-nov-3/

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